AMERICUS, Ga. (WALB) - South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) hosted a workshop to help students understand and manage anxiety.
Dr. Michele Williams-Seay, SGTC Psychology Instructor and the 2024 Instructor of the Year, led the workshop at Hick’s Hall on the college’s Americus campus.
Seay defined anxiety as an apprehensive uneasiness or nervousness about future events, according to the release. She emphasized that anxiety affects individuals differently. Some people experience persistent, but manageable general anxiety, while others may suffer from acute anxiety attacks.
Common symptoms of anxiety include feeling nervous, restless, or tenseness, as well as an increased heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating, trembling, and difficulty sleeping.
Seay also discussed potential causes of anxiety which include stress from work, school, relationships, and health concerns, as well as the impact of certain medications and substance use.
“To address anxiety, especially related to academic stress, Seay recommended practical coping strategies such as deep-breathing exercises and meditation. By adopting healthy stress management techniques, students can enhance their quality of life and academic performance, both in college and beyond,” the release said.
To learn more about the other workshops and support services offered at SGTC, or to apply for enrollment, click here.
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